Airports Near Poprad
The closest airports to Poprad, SK: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Poprad, SK is Poprad-Tatry Airport (TAT), about 2 mi (4 km) away — roughly 8 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is John Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice Airport (KRK).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TAT | Poprad-Tatry AirportPoprad, Slovakia | 2 mi / 4 km | 8 min | Regional |
| QWS | Nowy Targ AirportNowy Targ, Poland | 30 mi / 48 km | 58 min | Regional |
| KSC | Kosice AirportKosice, Slovakia | 51 mi / 82 km | 1 hr 31 min | Regional |
| LUE | Lucenec AirportLucenec, Slovakia | 56 mi / 90 km | 1 hr 40 min | Regional |
| SLD | Sliac AirportSliac, Slovakia | 60 mi / 97 km | 1 hr 48 min | Regional |
| MCQ | Miskolc AirportMiskolc, Hungary | 68 mi / 109 km | 2 hr 1 min | Regional |
| KRK | John Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice AirportKrakow, Poland | 74 mi / 119 km | 1 hr 43 min | International |
| ILZ | Zilina AirportZilina, Slovakia | 77 mi / 124 km | 1 hr 47 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Poprad-Tatry Airport (TAT) is the most convenient at about 2 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, John Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice Airport (KRK) (74 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Poprad. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with TAT.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near TAT saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Other cities these airports serve
Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Poprad is Poprad-Tatry Airport (TAT), about 2 mi (4 km) away — roughly 8 min by road.